Alright, so I decided to get a Somalia visa online, and let me tell you, it was quite the process. First off, I went and found the official government website where you can apply. It took a bit of digging, but I finally got there.
Filling Out the Application
Once on the site, I started filling out the application form. Man, there were a lot of fields to complete! I had to enter my personal details, like my full name, date of birth, and passport information. Then, there was a section about my travel plans, where I entered my intended dates of arrival and departure, and the purpose of my visit. I made sure to double-check everything because I didn’t want any mistakes messing things up.
Uploading Documents
Next up was uploading the necessary documents. This part was a bit of a hassle. I had to scan my passport, a recent passport-sized photo, and my flight itinerary.

- Scanned my passport: Made sure the image was clear and all details were visible.
- Took a passport-sized photo: Had to find a white background and ensure my face was clearly visible.
- Prepared my flight itinerary: Included all flight details and confirmation numbers.
I spent a good amount of time making sure these documents were in the right format and size as specified on the website.
Payment
After uploading all the documents, I moved on to the payment section. The visa fee had to be paid online, and honestly, I was a bit nervous about entering my card details. But the website seemed secure enough, so I went ahead and made the payment. Got a confirmation email almost immediately, which was a relief.
Waiting Game
Then came the waiting game. The website said it could take up to 10 business days to process the visa application. Those days felt long! I kept checking my email every few hours, hoping to see that approval. Finally, after about a week, I got the email I was waiting for – my visa was approved! I downloaded the e-visa, which was a PDF document, and printed out a couple of copies to be safe.
All Set
Now, I’m all set for my trip to Somalia. It was a bit of work to get the visa online, but it definitely beat having to go to an embassy. If you’re planning to visit Somalia, just be prepared for a bit of form-filling and document uploading. And be patient while waiting for the approval. Safe travels, everyone!